Nursery Manager

About Early Years Ltd.; Southend-on-Sea, Shoeburyness; Remote; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £45,000

25% Annual bonus

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Up to 33 days holiday

Enhanced family leave & wellbeing

Cycle to Work

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Busy Bees is opening a brand-new 81 place nursery in Shoeburyness this Winter, and we’re looking for a visionary Nursery Manager to set the tone and establish excellence from day one.

Lead a passionate team of educators, shape the nursery's culture, and create engaging learning experiences that nurture young minds from the start.

This is a rare opportunity to build a setting from the ground up and leave a lasting legacy of joy, discovery, and high-quality early education.

Qualifications

• Recognised Early Years Qualification – NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3
• Proven Experience – Previous leadership as a Nursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager
• Strong Leadership & Communication Skills – Inspire and support a team to create a nurturing environment
• Commitment to High-Quality Early Education – Passionate about fostering engaging learning experiences

Responsibilities

• Lead & Inspire – Drive excellence, empower your team, and cultivate a culture of passion and innovation
• Quality Improvement – Elevate educational programs, refine operational processes, and maintain exceptional standards
• Compliance & Safety – Ensure a secure, nurturing space that meets all regulatory requirements
• Financial Oversight – Manage budgets and resources effectively to drive sustainability and growth
• Engagement & Community – Build strong, lasting relationships with parents, staff, and the wider community
• Professional Development – Support, mentor, and nurture your team, fostering a culture of growth and excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Business awareness

Childcare excellence

Education

Recognised Early Years Qualification

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Role Overview:

Build Something Amazing from Day One at Busy Bees!

This is your chance to lead, shape, and create something truly special! Busy Bees is opening a brand-new 81 place nursery in Shoeburyness this Winter, and we’re looking for a visionary Nursery Manager to set the tone and establish excellence from day one, giving our children the best start in life.

Your Opportunity to Make a Mark

• Shape the nursery’s culture & vision – From the first day, your ideas will bring this brand-new setting to life
• Build a passionate team – Lead, inspire, and develop educators who share your dedication
• Create engaging learning experiences – Set up activities, spaces, and routines that nurture young minds
• Drive innovation – Implement fresh approaches that make your nursery a beacon of excellence in early childhood education

Your Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive salary – upto £45,000 per annum, plusup to 25% annual salary bonus
• Birthday off – BecauseYOU deserve a special day!
• Significant childcare discount – Supporting your family while shaping young futures
• Up to 33 days holiday – Including bank holidays!
• Enhanced family leave & wellbeing support – Plus menopause support through Peppy
• Cycle to Work scheme – Because a healthy commute is a happy commute
• Travel opportunities – Gain international experience and discover new childcare practices

Why Busy Bees?

• You’ll be valued, celebrated, and empowered to create something extraordinary
• Lead a forward-thinking nursery whereyour vision matters
• Work in a beautifully designed setting that inspires both children and educators

Role Responsibilities:

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead & Inspire – Drive excellence, empower your team, and cultivate a culture ofpassion and innovation
• Quality Improvement – Elevate educational programs, refine operational processes, and maintainexceptional standards
• Compliance & Safety – Ensure a secure, nurturing space that meetsall regulatory requirements
• Financial Oversight – Manage budgets and resources effectively todrive sustainability and growth
• Engagement & Community – Buildstrong, lasting relationships with parents, staff, and the wider community
• Professional Development – Support, mentor, and nurture your team, fostering a culture ofgrowth and excellence.

Required Qualifications:

About You

• Committed to Excellence – Your top priority is deliveringoutstanding childcare and early years education
• Resourceful & Business-Savvy – You balancecommercial awareness withheartfelt leadership
• Inspiring Leader & Communicator – You motivate your team and buildstrong relationships with staff and families
• Highly Organised & Detail-Oriented – You thrive in adynamic environment, managing priorities with precision

Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised Early Years Qualification – NNEB, BTEC Nat Dip, CACHE Dip in Childcare, or NVQ Level 3
• Proven Experience – Previous leadership as aNursery Manager or Assistant Nursery Manager
• Strong Leadership & Communication Skills – Inspire and support a team to create a nurturing environment
• Commitment to High-Quality Early Education – Passionate about fosteringengaging learning experiences

This is more than a job—it’s aonce-in-a-lifetime opportunityto set up a nursery from the ground up andcreate a legacy of excellence, joy, and discovery.

Be part of something new—lead boldly, inspire deeply, and thrive with Busy Bees!